Job Posting TitleNurse Director Care Coordination Command Center

Your future role at a glance

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Francis

Department: Nursing Administration

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

Eligible for relocation assistance

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How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead and integrate cross-functional clinical operations across capacity management/throughput, contract services, and specialized clinical teams (including vascular access, wound care, and infusion) to ensure seamless, high-quality patient transitions and care delivery.
• Direct daily workflows and resource allocation for your assigned nursing areas, empowering front-line staff to deliver exceptional, safe, and efficient patient care.
• Shape departmental goals and clinical standards that align with legal, ethical, and organizational benchmarks, driving continuous improvement in patient assessment and care planning.
• Champion workforce development and staffing initiatives by overseeing the full talent lifecycle—including hiring, intentional onboarding, performance evaluation, and continuing education—to build a highly skilled, engaged nursing team.
• Manage fiscal health and regulatory readiness by proactively monitoring departmental budgets and leading audit responses, ensuring the continuous, compliant operation of your units.

What minimum qualifications you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.
• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
• Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred.

Work Experience:

• 5 years of experience required.
• 10 years of experience preferred.
• 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
• 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

What additional requirements you'll need

• Acute care leadership: Proven experience leading as a Director of Nursing, DON, or RN Director within an acute care hospital environment.
• Resource management expertise: Specialized experience in throughput, staffing, labor management, and scheduling, specifically overseeing complex areas like float pools, house supervisors, or contingent staff.

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.